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How to prevent your smartphone from overheating in a car

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Cars can cause smartphones to overheat due to enclosed spaces and direct sunlight, potentially damaging internal components or even causing batteries to explode. To prevent this, users can cool their phones externally by placing them in front of air vents or storing them out of direct sunlight, while also removing insulating cases. Internally, users can reduce heat generation by avoiding charging the phone in the car, especially when it's already hot. AI

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How to prevent your smartphone from overheating in a car

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Max Miller) ·

    How to stop your phone from overheating in the car

    There are several steps you can take to prevent your phone from getting dangerously hot.

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